School Admissions Lead: Transitions & Parent Liaison

Catholic Recruitment; Rochester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

St John Fisher School is seeking an Office Manager to lead the admissions process, coordinating applications, documentation, and transition events for new intake. You will work with SLT, governors, and parents to ensure smooth admissions while maintaining accurate records.

The role requires strong ICT skills, SIMS knowledge, and the ability to handle deadlines in a busy school environment. Training and safeguarding focus are key components of the position.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders including SLT and parents.
• Good ICT skills and familiarity with SIMS software.
• Organised with attention to detail and deadline discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead and be the main contact for parents seeking admission to the school.
• Process external applications across year groups with SLT input.
• Ensure paperwork is ready for Governors’ Admissions Committee.
• Communicate with parents about appeals and prepare required documents.
• Gather student information from previous schools for new admissions.
• Support transition processes and information evenings for new intake.
• Coordinate with feeder institutions regarding transition and documents.
• Check free school meal entitlement for admissions to maximise uptake.
• Maintain waiting lists with local authority and follow up when places arise.
• Liaise with SEN team on EHCPs and EAL cases.
• Produce regular on/off-roll stats for staff and local authority.
• Ensure on-roll dates and timetables are clear; manage leaving students data.
• Arrange in-year admissions appointments with staff and paperwork.
• Support publicity events for entry to year 7 and liaise with Sixth Form team.
• Produce typed documents, PowerPoint and Excel databases.
• Commit to safeguarding policies and staff development planning.

Skills

Independent worker

Team player

Interpersonal skills

GCSEs 5+ A*-C

ICT skills

SIMS knowledge

Organised and methodical

Attention to detail

Deadline driven

Admission platform familiarity

Education

GCSEs A*-C

Tools

SIMS

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

St John Fisher School is seeking an Office Manager to lead the admissions process, coordinating applications, documentation, and transition events for new intake. You will work with SLT, governors, and parents to ensure smooth admissions while maintaining accurate records.

The role requires strong ICT skills, SIMS knowledge, and the ability to handle deadlines in a busy school environment. Training and safeguarding focus are key components of the position.